Nabors Industries (NBR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NBR - Nabors Industries Ltd.
$90.60
0.00 (0.00%)
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5d:
-2.55%
30d:
+1.0%
90d:
-11.08%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: NBR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -25.7% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: NBR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -25.7% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$126.45
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$78.52
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NBR is currently trading at $90.60, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $86.40 to $94.36. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 25.1) compared to its historical average (61.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 25.7% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $88.41. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NBR scores 33/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $106.62 (+17.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $88.41. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NBR scores 33/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $106.62 (+17.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$86.40 -
$94.36
Company Quality Score
45/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
47.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (33/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($106.62)
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$86.40 -
$94.36
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$88.41
Resistance Level
$96.91
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
25.10
Wall Street Target
$106.63
(+17.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.2%
Profit Margin
7.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-25.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
25.1 vs 61.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-25.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$81.54
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$73.39
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$66.05
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 25â61)
$160.79
(+78%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 6.11 | Current EPS (TTM): $14.83
Bull Case
$49.83
(-45%)
Analyst growth -50.0%, PE expands to 6.7
Base Case
$45.30
(-50%)
Market implied -50.0%, PE stable at 6.1
Bear Case
$61.61
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 5.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 25.1 to 61.1
Stabilization Target:
$220.56
(+143.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+143.4%
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Last updated: September 13, 2026 3:24 PM ET
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